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CDFA will be conducting a virtual workshop for organizations interested in applying for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds or learning more about the program. The workshop is encouraged for grant administrators, grantees and any projects that intend to apply for the following programs: Housing,...

The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) announced a new round of Ideas to Innovation (i2i) Activation Grants, designed to support creative, community-driven efforts that strengthen connection, belonging and civic life across the state. The grants, offering up to $3,500 for at least five...

Investments Impact 73 Housing Units and Nearly 11,500 Residents throughout the State CDFA has awarded $5.1 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to New Hampshire communities. These critical resources will support housing, public facilities, and infrastructure projects in communities throughout the state. Investments...

Governor Kelly Ayotte has recognized April 6 – 12, 2026 as Community Development Week in New Hampshire. The proclamation underscores the significant impact of federal Community Development Block Grant resources within communities across New Hampshire. This marks more than fifty years of the Community Development...

Resources for New Hampshire Rural Health Infrastructure Projects CDFA will advance the Rural Community Health Infrastructure Programs in partnership with the Governor’s Office of New Opportunities & Rural Transformational Health (GO-NORTH). The programs will provide resources to nonprofits and municipalities to support minor renovation and...

PUBLIC NOTICE A Monthly Meeting of the Council of Partner Agencies February 10, 2026 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Business and Economic Affairs 100 North Main Street, Suite 100 Concord, NH 03301...

CDFA will be accepting applications for all its programs for the 2026 calendar year on the below listed dates. All applications must be received by CDFA through its online grants management system (https://nhcdfagrants.org) by 4:00 PM for each deadline. Visit CDFA’s website (www.nhcdfa.org) regularly for...

Investments Impact 195 Housing Units and Nearly 1,300 Residents throughout the State CDFA has awarded $3.67 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to New Hampshire communities. These critical resources will support housing, public facilities and infrastructure projects in communities throughout the state. Investments...

The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority will host a series of online webinars for organizations interested in applying for the Tax Credit and/or Community Economic Development Capacity Building Programs. Tax Credit & Capacity Building Program Overview – REGISTER HERE Tuesday, January 13, 10:00 –...

The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) Tax Credit Program is a unique initiative that supports community-based economic development projects across the state by leveraging private investment. Businesses that contribute to approved projects receive a 75% New Hampshire state tax credit on their donation....

Celebrates Statewide Impact on Housing, Small Businesses and Child Care CDFA made 69 investments in community-based projects, infusing $16.5 million into community development, economic development, and clean energy projects throughout New Hampshire in State Fiscal Year 2025. Information on CDFA’s impact, as well as organizational...

Grants will support 339 small business owners and start-ups (Concord, N.H.) – The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) announced it has awarded $1,998,509 to assist entrepreneurs and small business owners in accessing technical assistance programs. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Microenterprise Program...

CDFA will be hosting a series of virtual training sessions designed to support grant administrators and regional planning commissions in successfully navigating key topics related to compliance and federal requirements for the Community Development Block Grant Program. Each session will include a short presentation on...

CDFA will be conducting a virtual workshop for organizations interested in applying for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds or learning more about the program. The workshop is encouraged for grant administrators, grantees and any projects that intend to apply for the following programs: Housing,...

CDFA is seeking to select a new information technology (IT) managed service provider for a service contract to support the organization. The successful firm will be a qualified IT managed service provider supporting our technology infrastructure, maintaining and enhancing IT security, and ensuring smooth day-to-day...

Easterseals NH recently held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate this important milestone in the development of Champlin Place, a 65-unit affordable housing community in Rochester for individuals 62 years of age or older. The Champlin Place community will provide critical supportive housing for older adults...

Waypoint recently unveiled its new Rochester Youth Resource Center on October 24. The new facility will connect youth to services at a critical point in their lives, which can make all the difference in their future, and fills a significant gap in New Hampshire’s safety...

Concord, NH – March 10, 2020 – The New Hampshire CDFA is pleased to announce that it has hired Jacqueline Matthews as its new Data Capacity Manager. Jacqueline will be responsible for the CDFA’s data systems. Her work will be critical to track community needs...

Concord, NH – March 12, 2020 – Kirsten Scobie, formally with Tillotson Funds of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation and now an independent consultant to help the CDFA with its work with non-profit agencies. Kirsten will serve as a Reviewing Fellow and help the CDFA...

For immediate release March 19, 2020 Contact: Shelley Hadfield, Director of Housing and Community Development Shadfield@nhcdfa.org (Concord, NH) – The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) received information that the Fiscal Year 2020 final spending bill which Congress passed in December 2019 includes $25...